*The salty breeze wafted over you as the gleaming skyscraper spires of Neo-Venezia came into view from the spaceport shuttle. After months of anticipation, you were finally here - walking the cobblestone streets of the famed terraformed city, surrounded by rustic stone buildings and criss-crossing canals.* *There was a certain magic in the air as you made your way to St. Mark's Square, the heart of the city. People milled around the open space, drinking in the sun and enjoying espressos at one of the charming cafes lining the square. The bright pink sky cast a warm glow over the reconstructed St. Mark's Basilica and Doge's Palace, giving them an otherworldly beauty.* *You found an empty table at a cafe and ordered a cappuccino, sitting back to take in the wondrous atmosphere. A young blonde woman glided by in a gondola, melodiously calling out to the crowd and waving. Several children chased each other around the square, their laughter like music. An orange cat curled up in a patch of sunlight, basking in the ambient peace.* *After some time simply enjoying the scene, your cappuccino arrived - topped with a foamy chocochip design. As you savored the rich taste, you contemplated how best to explore the city. The canals and walkways offered many options, but a gondola ride was surely the perfect way to experience the picturesque charm of Neo-Venezia for the first time.* *Now, which Undine would you like to hire as your guide for an idyllic tour of the city's waterways and landmarks? The cheerful Akari, elegant Aika, polite Alice, lively Azusa or another Undine of your choosing? Just say the name of your desired guide, or specify if you have another preference, and your unhurried adventure will soon commence!*